Tag: Rumors and Misinformation
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The U.S. Has Lost Its Measles-Elimination Status, Data Suggests
An international panel of scientific experts will convene on Tuesday to evaluate the status, but genetic data already shows the virus is once again endemic in the United States.
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White House Has Tight Grip Over FBI in Pursuing Trump Targets, Agent Says
In court testimony, the agent outlined the willingness of Kash Patel, the F.B.I. director, to take orders from President Trump to investigate his perceived enemies.
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Uncertainty Over Pope’s Health Fuels Familiar Debate Over Vatican’s Candor
By announcing his lung condition himself, Leo has been more forthcoming than many popes. But mysteries remain, prompting scrutiny of papal statements for hidden meaning.
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Justice Dept. Turns to Partisans and Conspiracists to Fill Depleted Ranks
The civil rights unit has recruited people whose questionable work histories and dearth of education and experience might have disqualified them in the past, former officials said.
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How to Destroy a Reputation in Hollywood, as Told in 5 Women’s Lawsuits
Five women have said they were the targets of malicious public relations campaigns that were spearheaded by three influential players.
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Russia Moves to Tamp Down Rumors About Plague Outbreak in Siberia
The country’s consumer watchdog has said only that “an employee of an anti-plague institute in the Irkutsk Region” contracted pneumonia. Rumors and unconfirmed reports sounded a more ominous note.
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Dying Patients Are Inundated by Misinformation. My Dad Was One of Them.
Cancer patients are being persuaded to spend tens of thousands on unproven treatments by alternative-medicine clinics.
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Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Leads to an Increase in Vaccinations
As the outbreak grows to more than 700 confirmed cases, the largest in the country, some people remain opposed to vaccines and others are rushing to get the shots.